Stephen Birman

Partner at Thomson Rogers

Practice Areas: Car Accident Victims, Institutional Negligence, Long-Term Disability Claims, Class Actions

Stephen Birman is a distinguished partner at Thomson Rogers, dedicated to representing victims of car accidents, institutional negligence, and those pursuing long-term disability claims. He is widely recognized for his exceptional advocacy in complex legal matters and his leadership in class action lawsuits.

As lead counsel in Baker v. Blue Cross—upheld in 2023 by the Ontario Court of Appeal—Stephen secured the largest punitive damages award of $1.5 million against a disability insurance company in Canadian history. He frequently litigates high-stakes claims before the Superior Court and the License Appeals Tribunal, where he achieved the first-ever “special award” for bad faith conduct imposed by the Tribunal.

Stephen’s class action practice includes leading class actions against private, for-profit nursing home operators regarding COVID-19, and against a major insurer for denying business interruption insurance during the pandemic. His reputation is further distinguished by years of work supporting Residential School survivors within Canada’s largest class action settlement, enabling clients to navigate complex litigation with clarity and confidence.

A Certified Specialist in Civil Litigation, Stephen holds the coveted AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting superior legal expertise, outstanding communication, and impeccable ethical standards.

Year Called to the Bar: 2008
Phone: (416) 868-3137
Fax: (416) 868-3134
Email: [email protected]

Stephen Birman is committed to delivering top-tier legal services, ensuring clients are informed and protected throughout every stage of litigation.

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